Kangan shuts to mourn youths killing

Publish Date: 15-04-18 11:10 AM

Srinagar, April 16: A spontaneous shutdown is being observed in Kangan area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district over the killing of a local, who succumbed to his injuries on Sunday at SKIMS Soura hospital.

Aamir Lone who hails from Chattergul Kangan village was injured on April 3 in clashes with government forces following the killing of a youth in police action.

A pall of gloom descended on Lone’s village soon after his body reached his native place. Shoppers downed their shutters, while transport came to a halt.

People in hordes were present at Lone’s native place who raised pro freedom slogans.

Meanwhile, authorities apprehending protests have made huge deployment of government forces in the area.